Harris+Cornett

Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to foundations, startups, and nonprofits. We've helped define the voice of the equestrian world, elevated the identity of the bourbon industry, and shaped messaging strategies for political leaders, public utilities, tourism initiatives, and education systems. No matter the sector, we bring a tailored approach rooted in trust, strategy, and results.

Tom Harris has over forty years of experience in the fields of communications and public affairs. Professional activities have included corporate communications, community affairs, political campaigns, higher education, media relations, employee communications, government relations, copy and speech writing, spokesman, constituent and client relations, crisis management, philanthropy, sales, department management and account management.

Kip Cornett is a life-long communications professional serving various roles in marketing, media relations, event development and strategic planning. He was the founder of CORNETT, a full-service advertising and communications firm that he led successfully since 1984. During his tenure at CORNETT, he worked with many Kentucky and national organizations including Keeneland, University of Kentucky, Valvoline, Buffalo Trace Distillery, UK Athletics, VisitLex, Commerce Lexington and numerous local and state political campaigns. Winner of countless creative awards, Kip is recognized as one of the region’s finest strategic communicators providing messaging that resonates and motivates their intended audience. For over four decades, companies and individuals have turned to Kip to build and execute their communication needs, ranging from consumer marketing to crisis management.